manufacture
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/ˌmænjuˈfæktʃər/
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/ˌmænjuˈfæktʃə(r)/
to make products in large amounts using machines
This company manufactures the equipment used to make contact lenses.
这家公司制造用于生产隐形眼镜的设备。
to create a false story or excuse
He tried to manufacture an excuse for being late.
他试图编造一个迟到的借口。
to produce a natural substance
Our bodies cannot manufacture this vitamin.
我们的身体无法合成这种维生素。
the process of making goods in large amounts
The date of manufacture is printed on the product.
生产日期印在产品上。
products that have been made
The country imports many cotton manufactures.
该国进口许多棉制品。